Counseling Practice – Anchored Counseling Services
Anchored Counseling Services is a mental health counseling practice located at 517 W. Northern Lights Blvd in Anchorage, Alaska 99503. The practice is led by Barb Kolb, a Licensed Professional Counselor holding a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling with over 15 years of clinical experience spanning inpatient and outpatient settings, including work in substance abuse treatment contexts. Barb Kolb is listed on the Alaska telemedicine registry, supporting care access for clients located in remote areas of the state where local providers are unavailable.
The therapeutic modalities offered include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Synergetic Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Polyvagal Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and the Gottman Method at Levels 1 and 2. The practice notes that art therapy integration is currently underway as an additional offering.
Service offerings encompass individual therapy, child and family therapy, adolescent counseling, couples therapy, clinical assessment, and telehealth via video or phone. The practice addresses a broad range of presenting concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, anger management, trauma, abuse, addiction, relational issues, and behavioral difficulties. Specialized populations served include children ages five and older, teens, families, military service members and their dependents, Indigenous communities, underserved populations, and LGBTQ+ individuals. A particular emphasis is placed on telehealth accessibility for clients in remote areas of Alaska.
Initial visits involve a comprehensive assessment completed through a confidential client portal at barbara-ko.clientsecure.me. The Gottman Method training at Levels 1 and 2 specifically equips the practice for structured couples work using research-based protocols. Synergetic Play Therapy and Sand Tray Therapy extend the range of modalities available for children and younger adolescents within the practice’s caseload. The practice operates on a self-pay basis with competitive pricing noted on the website. Contact information includes phone at (907) 290-7039 and email at anchoredcounselingservicesak@gmail.com. Year of establishment is not specified on the page.